"George Pickens epic performance silences critics, Steelers playoff hopes alive with win over Bengals"

George Pickens made a big mistake, but he made up for it with a stellar performance in the Steelers' win.

George Pickens made a huge impact in the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 15 game against the Indianapolis Colts, leading to a major shift in the narrative. He initially received criticism for showing zero effort on a block that could have led to a touchdown. However, Pickens quickly turned things around, and the Steelers secured a decisive 34-11 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Steelers got off to a strong start, with Pickens catching an 86-yard touchdown on just their second play. They continued to dominate, with Calvin Austin and Najee Harris also finding the end zone. Pittsburgh's defense intercepted Jake Browning twice, allowing them to take a commanding 24-0 lead into halftime.

Although the Bengals managed to get on the board early in the second half, the Steelers quickly responded with another long score to Pickens. Despite only making four receptions, Pickens made a significant impact, racking up 195 yards and scoring half of his catches.

Mason Rudolph had a solid performance, completing 17 of 27 attempts for 290 yards. The Steelers' win was crucial, as they improved their standing in the playoff picture and secured a tiebreaker over the Bengals.

While the Steelers will face the Seattle Seahawks on New Year's Eve, the Bengals will go on the road to play the Kansas City Chiefs. With this win, the Steelers' chances of making the playoffs have significantly improved, while the Bengals' odds have dropped.

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